Creamy low-fat potato and vegetable soup

0 min
medium
9 ingredients

Creamy low-fat potato and vegetable soup

Low-fat creamy potato and vegetable soup is a traditional preparation with roots in various Latin American cultures, where soup is a comforting and essential food in the daily diet. In Mexico, this soup is commonly known as "caldo de verduras" or "sopa de papa con vegetales," while in countries like Colombia and Peru it might be called "sancocho de verduras," albeit with slight variations in ingredients and consistency.

The versatility of this soup lies in its ability to adapt to locally available ingredients and dietary preferences, being appreciated for both its flavor and its low-calorie content. In some regions of Central America, it is simply called "sopa de vegetales," emphasizing the variety of vegetables used. Furthermore, the incorporation of fresh herbs provides a characteristic aroma and a natural touch, making this soup both nutritious and appetizing.

Over time, this recipe has evolved to become a healthy and light option for those looking to watch their diet without giving up flavor and tradition.

How to prepare low-fat creamy potato and vegetable soup

To begin, bring the liquid to a boil in a deep soup pot.

Add all the vegetables and seasonings: tomatoes, carrot, green beans, onion, zucchini, leek, red potatoes, and fresh herbs to taste, along with the necessary salt.

Reduce the heat to a simmer and partially cover the pot.

Simmer until the vegetables are tender, ensuring a smooth and creamy texture without the need to add fats.

Serve hot accompanied by crunchy whole-wheat bread and a light fruit dessert for a complete and balanced meal.

As a variation, almost any vegetable (except onions, tomatoes, and potatoes) can be substituted for another vegetable to taste, although it is recommended not to use the cabbage family because the flavor changes radically.

To enrich the soup, green peas and baby lima beans are a great addition, as is 1/2 cup of corn kernels.

Sopa cremosa de papa y vegetales baja en grasa

Ingredients (9)

  • Tomatoes
  • Carrot
  • Green Beans
  • Onion
  • Zucchini
  • Leek
  • Red Potatoes
  • Fresh Herbs To Taste
  • Salt

Instructions (11 steps)

  1. 1 Bring the liquid to a boil in a deep soup pot
  2. 2 Add all the vegetables and seasonings
  3. 3 Reduce the heat to low and partially cover the pot
  4. 4 Simmer until the vegetables are tender
  5. 5 Serve hot with crunchy whole wheat bread and a light fruit dessert
  6. 6 Variation: almost any vegetable except onions
  7. 7 tomatoes
  8. 8 and potatoes can be substituted for another vegetable
  9. 9 Do not use the cabbage family because the flavor changes radically
  10. 10 Green peas and baby lima beans are a great addition
  11. 11 as is 1/2 cup of corn kernels